Blog - Category: light bulbs

Infrared halogen quartz lamps are ideal for keeping food hot. They have a tungsten wire filament enclosed in a quartz tube. The advantage here is that quartz is highly transparent for infrared radiation. This means that the thermal output is emitted in the short-wave infrared range with minimal losses. In addition, the filler gas in the quartz vessel contains halogen additives to prevent the lamp from blackening and ensures long average life. Catering lamps take up very little space and are easy to service. They are renowned for their short response times, precise regulation and high efficiency. Infrared halogen quartz lamps heat up instantly allowing the heat to pass through the object by radiation and conduction. This means that our halogen lamps can heat, bake and cure objects evenly with very high efficiencies. This will shorten operating times, reduce heat loss, and improve quality consistent. We also have aluminium Lamp Holder/Reflector for the light bulbs that are suitable for wattages above 500 watts.

Fireglow lamps are widely used in decorative feature fires, They are sprayed with a red fade resistant lacquer to maintain its decorative effect and create a warm glow. Fireglow light bulbs are suitable for particularly hot conditions. This incandescent light bulb is still available from stock and are classed under special application light bulbs.

Crown silvered light bulbs create a wide area of background light. They reflect the light from the lamp back into a fitting which contains a reflector that then reflects the light forwards in a controlled beam reducing the direct glare which makes it ideal for use in displays and shop windows. Available in standard GLS shape in 60/100 Watt with ES or BC caps.

Prolite's Energy saving fluorescent black light blue lamp, emitting ultra violet light is ideal in applications such as nightclubs, theatres, special effects lighting and anti-drug use areas. Blacklight will liven up your celebrations, Halloween parties, dances and get-togethers for years. They totally change the atmosphere of any happy gathering or occasion. Posters and colors take on a whole new look when illuminated. Utilising Woods glass this lamp offers all the expected benefits of energy saving compact fluorescents.

Got a light bulb which you can't find online or in the super market? We have developed the easy light bulb finder to make life a little less stressful. You can easily find the light bulb you have by browsing the choice of cap or the shape of the bulb. The website will then show you lamps that match.

The incandescent light bulb was first patented by Thomas Edison in 1879 and has changed very little since and Manufacturers and retailers have entered into a voluntary arrangement not to produce, import or restock 100w and 150w incandescent light bulbs after the 1st September 2009(Britain has signed up to a proposal that will see all traditional light bulbs phased out by 2016) due to incandescent light bulbs being very inefficient. We need to accept that the incandescent light bulb is very inefficient and watts are a measurement of electricity, not of light output. When we pass a current through the tungsten filament it glows white-hot. This is what gives off the light. Unfortunately, only around 10% of the energy used is given off in light with the remaining 90% being given off in heat. This makes the incandescent light bulb only 10% efficient and that in part has led to its downfall.
But do not worry just yet if you are not used to LED replacements, will still have available a selection of them in stock now

Got a light bulb which you can't find online or in the super market? We have developed the easy light bulb finder to make life a little less stressful. You can easily find the light bulb you have by browsing the choice of cap or the shape of the bulb. The website will then show you lamps that match. http://www.electricsandlighting.co.uk/bulb-finder have a look at this new online tool here now.

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Who are Ablectrics?

Ablectrics is an electrical wholesalers, lighting showroom & lighting designers based in Bristol. We trade online as electricsandlighting.co.uk. The Business was started in 1974 and we are often described as an institution by our customers because of our unrivalled product knowledge and huge range of stock. It is not unusual for customers to travel across the country to visit our famous showroom and speak to us about their project.

So if you are working on your house or business then we are the place to come for inspiration, the latest designs and friendly customer service . We source products and lighting from leading manufacturers all over the world. We have the latest technology in stock and on display in our Bristol lighting showroom. We make our own LED tape and even repair and restore lights in our workshop. Our staff are well trained and we work closly with all the brands we stock. Training is a big part of our job, knowing our products and the regulations means we can afford tecnhincal advise and can recommend products and solutions.

You can buy online from us but we would much prefer you came and saw us. Unlike most companies we have chosen to focus on our lighting showroom and the services we offer like our lighting design service. We love the face to face interaction and the rewards of working directly with our customers. As such our showroom is full of luxury lighting and is well worth a visit. If you need a little inspiration then we are the place to come. We are open 6 days a week and are always ready to help. Our award winning service and friendly approach to our work will be a welcome change to buying online. So please come and see us if you need electrics or lighting.